Autoharp by Oscar Schmidt OS15B "The Berkshire" 15-Chord 36-String Autoharp w/Gig Bag
- 15 chords, full-size autoharp
- Maple top, back and body, polished finish
- Rock maple pin block for the tuning pins
- 6.15 kg, bag listed as included
- Nylon strings, acoustic operation
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A full-size maple autoharp with a rock maple pin block and a gig bag, aimed at players who want a wooden body and a gloss finish. The listing is thin on string and tuning detail.
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ASIN: B00FSEU6DEModel: OS15B-AC445Category: Autoharps
Overview
Not a fretted instrument, the Berkshire is a full-size autoharp with a maple top, back and body and a rock maple pin block. A gloss finish covers the wood, and a gig bag is listed with it.
The reason to look at it is the all-maple construction paired with a pin block meant to hold tuning, plus a carrying bag in the box. The limit is a sparse listing: the string count contradicts itself and no dimensions or warranty terms are given.
Who it's for
A home player or small-group strummer who wants a traditional maple autoharp and a bag for carrying it to sessions. Buyers who need documented dimensions, stated warranty terms or a left-handed layout should look for listings that give those details.
Pros and cons
- Maple top, back and body
- Rock maple pin block
- Gig bag included
- Polished finish over the wood
- String count conflicts within the listing
- Dimensions and warranty not listed
- Chord layout only described by chord count
Performance notes
The maple top works as the soundboard, carrying string vibration through the wood to the body. The rock maple pin block holds the tuning pins, which governs how long the instrument stays in tune. The listing gives the chord count but not which chords the bars cover.
Specifications
| Brand | Oscar Schmidt |
|---|---|
| Model | OS15B-AC445 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Full-size |
| Weight | 6.15 kg |
| Construction & materials | |
| Back Material Type | Maple |
| Body Material Type | Maple |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Top Material Type | Maple |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | With bag |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Acoustic |
| Set Name | 15-chord |
Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Oscar Schmidt Berkshire autoharp?
The listing shows a bag under included components, and the title also mentions a gig bag and tools. It does not itemize the tools, so confirm that with the seller if they matter to you.
How many strings does the Berkshire autoharp have?
The title says 36 strings while the specs table shows 4, so the listing contradicts itself. Check with the seller before ordering if the count matters.
Is the Berkshire a fretted guitar-style instrument?
No. It is a full-size autoharp listed as acoustic with a maple body, so it is played as an autoharp and has nothing to fret.